CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE DEPARTMENT Computer Science and Information Systems COURSE NUMBER 156 TITLE Web Development with Flash COURSE PURPOSE (check all that apply) Basic Skills [ ] Certificate/Skill Award [ ] Non-Credit [ ] AA/AS Degree [X] Transfer (CSU or UC) [ ] Honors [ ] Distance Education [X] THIS COURSE IS CLASSIFED AS: Degree Applicable [X] Non Degree Applicable [ ] TITLE Web Development with Flash UNIT VALUE 2 Lecture hours 36 Lab hours 18 ENTRANCE SKILLS, PREREQUISITES, OR CO-REQUISITES Prerequisite: CSIS 105 or CSIS 107 Strongly recommended: CSIS 150 and READ 099 if required by reading placement exam or if required by reading level. CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is part of a series exploring the Macromedia Suite (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks). This course introduces the basic features of Flash to create media-rich elements that integrate with Web pages. Topics include: the Flash interface, creating animations, adding buttons, actions, and sounds. Two hours lecture, one hour lab arranged per week. CLASS SCHEDULE COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is part of a series exploring the Macromedia Suite (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks). This course introduces the basic features of Flash. Topics include: the Flash interface, creating animations, adding buttons, actions, and sounds. COURSE CONTENT I. Introduction to Macromedia Flash A. Defining Web Media B. Identifying Window Elements C. Exploring the IDE (Integrated Desktop Environment) II. Working with Text A. Using the Text Tool B. Changing Text Properties
CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE CSIS 156 Web Development with Flash Page 2 III. Creating Animations A. Elements of Animation B. Frame-by-Frame Animation C. Special Layers IV. Adding Buttons, Actions, and Sounds A. Creating Buttons B. Adding Sound C. Understanding Actions LAB CONTENT I. Case Studies Utilizing the Flash Environment A. Navigating through the desktop environment. B. Working text and text effects. C. Working with layers and libraries. D. Working with frames. E. Creating buttons. F. Using bitmaps and gradients. II. Case Studies Integrating Flash with Dreamweaver OBJECTIVES/STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: Communication (information acquisition) 1. Effectively communicate through written assignments and essays on the significance of Flash in creating interactive text and graphic elements for the Web to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Web design. 2. Identify the key features and components of Macromedia Flash through labs and written assignments to articulate understanding of the program s interface to create objects and images for the Web. Critical and Analytical Thinking 1. Think analytically about the various components of the Macromedia suite (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks) through written assignments, lab activities, and examinations to explain how these three programs are integrated to create professional Web sites for business and personal use. Community/Global Consciousness and Responsibility 1. Demonstrate a comprehension of the legal and moral issues of copyright infringement through discussion, presentations, and exercises for the purpose of appreciating and understanding the responsibility of publishing on the Internet. 2. Improve interpersonal skills through group participation to complete assignments by meeting deadlines for submitting well prepared work according to designated guidelines. Technology/Information Competency/Course Content 1. Identify and use the program s tools and other components through labs, written assignments, and quizzes to illustrate fundamental knowledge of the program s environment. 2. Add actions, sound, and buttons to Web pages through labs, written assignments, and quizzes to demonstrate the program s capability to enhance a Web site. 3. Develop animation effects through labs, written assignments, and quizzes to illustrate knowledge of the program s key features.
CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT CREDIT COURSE OUTLINE CSIS 156 Web Development with Flash Page 3 METHODS OF INSTRUCTION Lecture Directed Study Laboratory assignments PowerPoint presentations Demonstrations METHODS OF EVALUATION/ASSESSMENT 1. Quizzes and examinations that reflect comprehension of specific information, topics, or tools used in the design of text objects and graphic images. 2. Laboratory assignments that demonstrate an understanding of the concepts, skills, and knowledge acquired during instruction. 3. Verbal and written responses in directed discussion and inquiries. A course grade may not be based solely on attendance. REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIALS Flash MX: Design & Application, Sequin, 2003, EMC Paradign Instructor suggested/provided laboratory assignments Software: Macromedia Suite Studio 8 (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks) The reading for this course is: PRIMARILY COLLEGE LEVEL Adopted: May 2007
CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT REQUISITE APPROVAL The Requisite Approval form must be completed for any course that carries a prerequisite, corequisite, or limitation on enrollment as indicated on the Course Approval form. COURSE PURPOSE (check all that apply) Basic Skills [ ] Certificate/Skill Award [ ] Non-Credit [ ] AA/AS Degree [x] Transfer (CSU or UC) [ ] Honors [ ] Distance Education [x] Department: Computer Science and Information Systems Course number: CSIS 156 Title: Web Development with Flash I. RECOMMENDED REQUISITE(S): Prerequisite: CSIS 105 or CSIS 107 Strongly recommended: CSIS 150, READ 099 if required by reading placement exam or if required by reading level. II. TYPE OF REQUISITE AND THE APPROPRIATE LEVEL OF SCRUTINY B. SEQUENTIAL/CONCURRENT CSIS 105 or CSIS 107 H. ADVISORY. Advisories require content review, but do not require a finding that they are necessary for student success. They only require the recommendation of the faculty in the department or discipline and of the Curriculum Committee that they significantly enhance student success in the course. III. LIST THE SPECIFIC SKILLS, CONCEPTS; INFORMATION, AND/OR STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES ATTAINED IN THE REQUISITE COURSE(S) AND/OR MEASURED BY THE REQUISTE TEST THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR STUDENT SUCCESS FOR THIS COURSE: Strongly recommended: Successful completion of READ 099 SLO s Successful completion of CSIS 150 SLO s Successful completion of CSIS 105 SLO s or Successful completion of CSIS 107 SLO s
DISTANCE LEARNING COURSE OUTLINE ADDENDUM Each proposed or existing course, if delivered by distance education, shall be separately reviewed and approved by the Curriculum Committee prior to being offered. (Education Code 55378) Course number CSIS 156 Course Name Web Development with Flash Address the following questions: 1. Need/Justification How will students benefit by providing this course using distance education technology? Students will have an opportunity to insert, modify, and enhance a Web site with Flash objects at home and receive immediate feedback from the instructor and other classmates during the semester. 2. Methods of Instruction: Instructor-Student Contact Asynchronous communication Synchronous communication X Email X Orientation sessions X Discussion area/bulletin board X Group/Scheduled class meetings X Frequently Asked Questions Telephone sessions X Other - List Learning Management Systems X Chat room X Other - List Virtual Office Hours 3. Content Delivery and Assignments Course Objectives Sources of Content Assignments Assessments Identify and use the various tools and buttons in Flash Develop animation effects for Web pages Create and modify text objects using the Text Tool Work with layers and libraries Add sound, video, and basic interactivity with buttons Integrate Flash with other Web design software such as Dreamweaver Identify and evaluate each component of the Macromedia Suite 4. Methods of Evaluation. Address those methods which are changed because of the online mode., synchronous & asynchronous class discussions Essay, quizzes, synchronous & asynchronous class discussions Proctored online exams, required dialog with professor and other classmates through synchronous and asynchronous communication. 5. Technical Support. Explain how any equipment/staff currently not provided will be obtained. Computers are available for students and staff to participate and complete all assignments 6. How have you dealt with accessibility issues? Accessibility will be compliant with Jaws. This site will be used on Blackboard which is ADA compliant. 7. Is there a materials fee for the face-to-face course? No If yes, is the online section exempt? 8. What additional are needed? Workshops are provided to students on how to be successful in online classes.